Roma Prioritise Endrick Loan but Keep Winger Options Open

What happened

Roma are leading the race to sign Endrick from Real Madrid in January, according to a report by Corriere dello Sport cited by Football Italia. The Giallorossi are said to be working on a loan deal with an option to buy, plus a buy-back clause for Real Madrid, and have stayed in contact with the player's representatives. Milan are also interested, but the report describes Roma as a more attractive destination because of Gian Piero Gasperini's system and the prospect of a leading role.

Report details

The 20-year-old has played only 141 minutes for Real Madrid this season, scoring once and providing one assist, and is considering a move in search of more regular football. Endrick addressed his situation with Brazilian media earlier in the week, saying he is only 20 and will see how things develop, adding that he wants to play, be happy and help his teammates. José Mourinho, however, has insisted the forward is not going anywhere, according to the report.

Roma's planning is set to move forward with a meeting. According to the report, Gasperini and the club's management will meet Ryan Friedkin in the coming days to plan the winter window, with Endrick top of the list. Sporting director Tony D'Amico has confirmed that Roma are looking for a quick winger who can run in behind, which explains the club's wider monitoring.

Frosinone's Giorgi Kvernadze, Rodrigo Riquelme and Samuel Lino are also being tracked, but the report states that Endrick remains the priority. The claims come from Corriere dello Sport via Football Italia and have not been officially confirmed by the clubs involved.